1991 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Crown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
